You might think you know about Palermo Italy from watching “The Godfather”, but the capital city of Sicily has so much more to offer! Founded by the Phoenicians in the seventh century. B.C., Palermo was initially called “Ziz”, meaning flower. The name “Palermo” came from the Romans, who renamed it to Panormus (from the ancient…
The joys of holidays in Europe
Ranging from the salt-spraying waves of the wild Atlantic Ocean to the misty primeval forests of Poland to the sun-cracked islands of the southern Aegean, the continent right next door covers a startlingly diverse list of landscapes, cultures and environments. It's got something for all sorts of traveller, no matter if you're keen on relaxing stints by a Tuscan poolside or intrepid wanderings through snow-capped Alps. If you're having trouble deciding precisely where to go, there are oodles of inspiring tips for holidays in Europe coming right up.
